Description
A creamy layered dessert that combines rich butterscotch pudding with a tangy cream cheese layer and a crunchy crust, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham-cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant butterscotch pudding
- 3 cups cold milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for stovetop version)
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch (for stovetop version)
- 2 cups milk (for stovetop version)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for stovetop version)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla (for stovetop version)
- 1/2 cup butterscotch chips or shaved toffee (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham-cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar, then press mixture into a 9×13-inch pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or chill for a no-bake option.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then fold in whipped topping.
- Prepare pudding according to package instructions or for stovetop, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, milk, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan and cook until thickened.
- Layer the baked/chilled crust with cream cheese mixture, then pudding, and top with remaining whipped topping.
- Sprinkle with butterscotch chips or shaved toffee, chill until set, and slice into squares.
Notes
For best results, chill overnight for improved flavor and easier slicing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layered assembly
- Cuisine: American